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Projects
The Master Plan
The Cannon
Beach Conference Center updated its master plan several years ago.
Construction of a new dining room and kitchen complex is the next
major project. This follows the June 2009 completion of a dormitory
for Ecola Bible School students and CBCC summer staff.
Why Next?
It was determined
during the master planning process that the dining room and kitchen
is not only the oldest building on campus, it’s too small, has an
inadequate kitchen, and does not meet contemporary safety
requirements. In 2011 we are at the beginning of a long
process—phase one, the design phase. Then a lengthy approval phase,
encompassing the preliminary work prior to actual construction
phases will follow.
Mission and
Vision
The modernizing of the dining room and kitchen
fits well within CBCC’s mission statement. These areas are central
to providing guests relaxation and spiritual renewal in our
beautiful setting. CBCC’s vision, and practice, has been to
carefully lay projects before the Lord moving forward as donors
pray and support the project financially.
Deferred Maintenance
It has
always been necessary following new construction to spend time
catching up on facilities maintenance general upgrade projects. In
2009 we launched the Grounds Beautification project and in
2010 we began a far-reaching Interior Renovation project.
Both are still receiving donations and will finish out as we draw
nearer to the dining room and kitchen new construction.
Where Will It Be Located?
Master planning discussions place the new building near the
existing main dining room and kitchen.
When Will Construction Begin?
CBCC is careful not to proceed on well-intentioned projects without
God’s blessing. One test will be met as donors are led to give
financially. Cash in hand should allow roofing and enclosing the
building from weather. As the construction progresses, pledges,
grants and donations continue to come in. Another test is to
patiently let the city, county and state design, review and permit
approval all run its course in an orderly manner. This is a
reflection to the community of our values as a Christian
organization. From past experience, this will take at least two
years.
How Will Conferences Continue?
Construction will parallel serving guests. A part of the
planning process that is just now beginning. If the new building
will share some of the same footprint of the old, adequate methods
will be employed so that conferences and retreats are not
curtailed. For sure, the work areas will be busy and provide, what
has always been during new construction, an exciting display of
God’s work among his followers.
What
New Kitchen Features?
In 2010 our kitchen prepared
377,500 meals. The kitchen services three dining rooms. Most modern
food service facilities would have found accomplishing that, at the
quality we require, difficult in our kitchen. The food preparation,
cooking, bakery, storage and serving areas will be given adequate
room and modern equipment. As well, the dishwashing, loading dock
and recycle areas will be expanded and given easy street access.
Dining Room Features?
Modern
dining rooms have higher ceilings, fewer obstacles and accommodate
current audio visual requirements. The existing dining room dates
from before Pacific View Lodge and the purchase of a motel. It will
therefore need to be larger. For times when several groups and
activities are happening, it will allow for dividing into several
private areas. Comfortable, contemporary, possibly integrated
overflow for the chapel will be an architectural feature for
enhancing meeting space.
What Will It
Cost?
The office and dormitory building cost $1.6 million
in 2009. The Family Recreation Center required $4 million by the
time landscaping was finished. It can be estimated that a building
of this size and complexity will cost at least $5 million to
complete.
Can I Give Now?
Yes, we have a dining room and kitchen designated fund. The account
has begun to grow, and guests that donate receive giving receipts
showing the appropriate designation.
Will Volunteers Be Needed?
CBCC recognizes the importance
of Christians intimately involved in those things that show the
world about Christ. With volunteers Cannon Beach Conference Center
got its start, and with a coordinated use of volunteers the donated
time and talents of God’s people continues. Though there are many
restrictions and regulations on what volunteers can do in today’s
world, the dining room and kitchen project will need the
enthusiastic support of many volunteers.
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